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How to File a Complaint Against Your Insurance Company in Colorado

March 31, 2017

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Insurance companies have a contractual duty to deal honestly and fairly with their clients. While many insurers take great pains to address the concerns of policyholders and abide by the terms of their contracts, others are not so scrupulous. In these cases, the insured may be able to file a bad faith claim against the […]

What are Unfair Claims Settlement Practices?

March 31, 2017

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An insurance company’s failure to deal fairly and honestly with policyholders and injured third parties can have serious consequences for those who are attempting to pay for medical bills and property damage. Recognizing the important role of insurers, the Colorado Legislature passed a series of laws aimed at regulating how insurance companies handle claims. One […]

Hurt in a motorcycle accident?

March 30, 2017

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5 major mistakes to avoid Biker safety: If it weren’t such an issue, motorcycle safety courses, books and gear wouldn’t be so readily available. And you wouldn’t see so many “share the road” billboards and “look twice, save a life” bumper stickers as you cruise down the road. In 2015 alone, nearly 5,000 bikers were […]

5 mistakes not to make after a dog attack

February 28, 2017

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More than 4 million dog bites occur each year in the U.S. alone, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What should you do if you’re bitten by a dog in Colorado? We review five mistakes not to make in hopes that our decades of experience as Colorado personal injury lawyers will benefit […]

7 things to do after a slip & fall accident

February 21, 2017

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Slip-and-fall accidents can lead to more than bruised egos — and they’re usually not the victim’s fault. Maybe you slipped and fell on an icy sidewalk outside your Denver apartment. Perhaps you tripped over an unsecured electrical cord at your Pueblo workplace. Or maybe your elderly mother fell at a Colorado Springs nursing home. What […]

How is Fault Determined in Car Collision Cases?

February 14, 2017

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Maximizing Your Auto Settlement

Learn how fault for auto collisions is generally determined in Colorado Some types of car crashes are clearly one driver’s fault. For instance, drivers who rear end another vehicle are almost always found to be liable for any injuries or damage suffered by the other driver. This may be true even when the car in […]

Is Colorado a No Fault State?

February 14, 2017

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Maximizing Your Auto Settlement

In 2003 Colorado changed from a “no-fault” state in order to lower car insurance premiums and help prevent claims abuses. Colorado now operates as a tort system What does Tort System mean? Although some attorneys and insurance companies refer to Colorado as a “fault” state, this term can be somewhat misleading. In essence, this term […]

5 famous celebrity wrongful death suits

January 31, 2017

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When you think of the term wrongful death lawsuit, what comes to mind? Perhaps you think of OJ Simpson or 1990s-era pop star Brandy, two celebrities who were the target of wrongful death lawsuits. But just what is a wrongful death suit? Must you be rich and famous to be involved in one? Hardly. We […]

Do You Need a Car Accident Lawyer?

January 16, 2017

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Maximizing Your Auto Settlement

Wondering whether you need a car crash lawyer? Here are some situations where an attorney can be helpful. Some of the situations in which a car accident attorney is often essential include the following: Reasons for Retaining the Services of a Skilled Colorado Car Accident Attorney There are several particular advantages to obtaining the services […]

What to do After a Car Crash

January 16, 2017

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What to do (and what to avoid doing) in the days, weeks, and months after a car crash in Colorado Making mistakes after a Colorado car crash occurs can create numerous complications including legal difficulties and financial hardships. Steps To Take Immediately After A Car Crash Even individuals who are involved in the seemingly most […]

Teen Driver Safety Quiz

January 11, 2017

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Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death of teens in the United States. As a law firm that represents victims of serious car accidents, we are reminded of the devastating consequences of dangerous driving every day. Take the 10-question quiz below to test your knowledge of basic teen driving safety.

Stay alive on Colorado’s winter roads with 10 driving safety tips

December 1, 2016

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Like it, love it or tolerate it, wintry weather is headed our way. Here are 10 winter driving safety tips to keep in mind when you hit the roads — whether you’re planning a road trip to Denver, Colorado Springs or Pueblo or heading to the mountains — courtesy of your friends here at McCormick […]

How Long Will My Personal Injury Lawsuit Take?

May 29, 2016

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One of the most common questions in any personal injury lawsuit is: “How long will this take!?” The simple, yet deeply unsatisfying, answer is: It depends. Below is a brief exploration of the different phases of a personal injury claim set in the context of temporal phases. Although each case brings with it a unique […]

Planned Parenthood lawsuit

May 24, 2016

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On Friday, May 20 McCormick & Murphy filed a lawsuit in Denver District Court on behalf of their client who was injured during the shooting at Planned Parenthood in Colorado Springs last November. In short, the lawsuit claims that given Planned Parenthood’s history of violence and threats directed at its clinics, it should have had […]

M+M Teams up with Uber to Offer Free Rides to Ronald McDonald House Guests

November 19, 2015

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COLORADO SPRINGS – November 23, 2015 — For families of critically ill, hospitalized children, holidays can be especially tough. Helping ease their burdens, McCormick & Murphy has teamed up with Uber, offering free rides for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. Many families staying at the Ronald McDonald House arrive via Flight for Life. Free […]

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